40 Lake Shore Rd., Boston MA 02135
Boston, MA 02135 • Brighton
$4,750
$4,500/mo
About this home
Rare Single Family rental opportunity in a prime unique Lake Front location! The spacious layout features a front-to-back livingroom, a formal dining room with crown molding, and a newly updated kitchen. The kitchen has been beautifully renovated withmodern finishes and provides direct access to the patio and backyard, ideal outdoor space for relaxation. Upstairs, you'll find threegenerously sized bedrooms, each with ample closet space, and a fully updated full bathroom. The home has been completelyrewired, and thoughtful upgrades throughout ensure comfort and functionality. Additional recent upgrades include a new roof,freshly painted exterior and interior, and an updated basement with French drains, a pump, and newly finished floors and walls,offering excellent storage and a washer/dryer. This home is centrally located between Commonwealth Avenue and WashingtonStreet, just minutes from Boston College, the MBTA Green Line, express bus to Boston, and the Mass Pike.
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Property History
Market Insights
1
Price Changes
5.3%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
Jul 23, 2026
$4,500
$250
(-5.26%)
From $4,750 to $4,500 (-5.3%)
Listed for Sale
Apr 20, 2026
$4,750
Original listing
Agent: Jon Kumin
Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
Listed for Sale
Apr 20, 2026
$4,750
Original listing
Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/23/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $4,500 | $250 | - | From $4,750 to $4,500 (-5.3%) |
| 04/20/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $4,750 | - | - | Original listing |
| 04/20/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $4,750 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1938
Living Area
1,445 sq ft
Lot Size
0 sq ft
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
21
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
6
Rental Details
Available
Jul 15, 2026
Lease Term
Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes
Sewer, Trash Collection
Security Deposit
$4,750
Required
Last MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Pets
Yes w/ Restrictions
Pet Policy
Dogs OKCats OKRestrictions Apply
Interior
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
None
Laundry
In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
Patio, Storage
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Patio
Parking
Features
None
Total Spaces
2
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
None
Sewer
None
Gas
None
Other
None
Building & Pet Policy
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Owner
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
79 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1938
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
21
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,445 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,445 sq ft above grade
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPatio
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1938
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Natural Gas
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio, Storage
Patio & Porch:
Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Parking Features:
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Waterfront:
Yes
Waterfront Type:
Waterfront
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, Highway Access
Nearby Schools
School District
Boston School District local
C-
Where Graduates Go
Class of 2021
52%
attend college
38%
4-Year
14%
2-Year
7%
Out of State
7%
Working
School Safety
2024-25
3.7%
Above Average
3.2%
Suspensions
0.3%
In-School
0.5%
Emergency
1.8% below state avg
Elementary Schools
10 schools
D
Edison Elementary School
0.2 mi
|
#759 of 824
|
Score: 31.7
Improved 21 spots from last year
-26.5 below state avg
502 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
D
Lyon Elementary School
0.5 mi
|
#333 of 352
|
Score: 27.3
Dropped 194 spots from last year
-30.9 below state avg
143 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-08
B
Winship Elementary School
0.5 mi
|
#407 of 824
|
Score: 47.6
Dropped 189 spots from last year
-10.6 below state avg
353 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
St. Columbkille Partnership School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-08
Kennedy Hope Academy
1.2 mi
Grades 01-12
Kennedy Day School
1.2 mi
Grades PK-12
German International School Boston
1.8 mi
Grades PK-12
C
Gardner Pilot Academy
1.9 mi
|
#10 of 12
|
Score: 30.9
Improved 651 spots from last year
-27.3 below state avg
364 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-06
C-
Match Charter Public School
2.3 mi
|
#281 of 346
|
Score: 43.2
Improved 41 spots from last year
-15 below state avg
1,189 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-12
The Winsor School
2.9 mi
Grades 05-12
Middle Schools
10 schools
Nativity Prep School
3.6 mi
Grades 05-08
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
4.3 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
Mother Caroline Academy
4.8 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
5.0 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
5.2 mi
|
#4 of 16
|
Score: 41.9
Improved 187 spots from last year
-16.3 below state avg
1,126 students
Diverse
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
5.8 mi
|
#265 of 352
|
Score: 34.9
Improved 20 spots from last year
-23.3 below state avg
477 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Middle School Academy
5.9 mi
Epiphany School
6.2 mi
Grades 05-08
Timilty Middle
3.9 mi
Irving Middle
4.7 mi
High Schools
10 schools
D
Brighton High School
1.0 mi
|
#321 of 346
|
Score: 31.3
Improved 43 spots from last year
-26.9 below state avg
667 students
Diverse
11 sports
• 520 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
C-
Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School
1.0 mi
|
#312 of 346
|
Score: 35.4
Improved 17 spots from last year
-22.8 below state avg
426 students
Diverse
Career Tech Programs
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
1.1 mi
|
#333 of 346
|
Score: 25.8
Improved 28 spots from last year
-32.4 below state avg
399 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
3.3 mi
|
#19 of 346
|
Score: 73.3
Improved 61 spots from last year
+15.1 above state avg
2,424 students
Very Diverse
18 sports
• 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
3.6 mi
|
#14 of 25
|
Score: 31.3
Improved 349 spots from last year
-26.9 below state avg
428 students
Less Diverse
Strong AP Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
3.8 mi
Grades 06-09
D
English High School
3.9 mi
|
#324 of 346
|
Score: 29.7
Improved 34 spots from last year
-28.5 below state avg
720 students
Moderate
8 sports
• 332 athletes
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
3.9 mi
|
#90 of 346
|
Score: 61.1
Improved 94 spots from last year
+2.9 above state avg
1,509 students
Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
Newman School
4.2 mi
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
4.4 mi
|
#13 of 25
|
Score: 31.7
Improved 356 spots from last year
-26.6 below state avg
565 students
Diverse
10 sports
• 242 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood
Brighton
40 Lake Shore Rd., Boston MA 02135
Boston, MA 02135
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Jon Kumin
Listing Office
Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
Office Phone
617-969-2447
Agent MLS ID
CN217406
Office MLS ID
AN6227
Listing Data Updated
Jul 27, 2026 3:05 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.
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